Byrd, a 27-year-old three-time All Pro, will be entering his sixth NFL season.

The five-year Buffalo Bill has 22 interceptions in his career and is regarded as one of the best safeties in football.

With more than $6 million in cap room when the Saints clear running back Darren Sproles, It would appear that New Orleans doesn’t quite have the cap room to sign Byrd at the moment, but more cuts and contract restructures are possible.

Click here for a slideshow on the veterans the Saints have parted ways with this offseason.

Saints part ways with veterans, team leaders in 2014 offseason

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It’s been quite the busy offseason for the New Orleans Saints. General Manager Mickey Loomis has been handing out pink slips left and right – many to fan favorites and team leaders. Here’s a look at some of the big names New Orleans has decided to say thanks to but no thanks to so far in the 2014 offseason.